Sigismundglocke, Bronze church bell in St. Vitus Cathedral, Prague, Czech Republic.
The Sigismundglocke reaches a height of 2 meters and weighs 13 tons, producing sounds that reach 120 decibels throughout Prague.
Bell maker Tomáš Jaroš created this massive bronze bell in 1549, marking the beginning of its service at St. Vitus Cathedral.
The bell's deep resonance marks significant religious ceremonies and national events, requiring six skilled bell-ringers to operate its mechanism.
The bell requires rotation every 150 years to prevent structural damage, while its maintenance involves regular inspections of the wooden support beams.
The bell's sound generates physical waves strong enough for visitors to feel the vibrations when standing in the cathedral courtyard.
Location: Prague 1
Location: Hradčany
Inception: 1549
Creator: Tomáš Jaroš
Part of: St. Vitus Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 50.09060,14.40040
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:45
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